School Facts
Student Body
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Average SAT score
1070
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform, formal, casual, spirit wear
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 9 / Jan. 6
Yearly Tuition Cost
$21,320
Tuition Notes
Tuition assistance available
% on Financial Aid
60%
Admissions Director
Natalia Girlich
Admissions Associate
Ashely Travis
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
School Notes
- The mission of Mercy High School, San Francisco, is to educate young women to pursue lives of spiritual and intellectual depth, and take bold action to improve our world.
- Our college preparatory education not only imparts academic skills and knowledge, but also encourages the development of values that will guide young women throughout their lives.
- Mercy High School strives to provide a Christian environment where the following values can be nurtured: love of God, self-esteem, intellectual integrity, independent thought, respect for human rights, compassion for others, dedication to teach, courage to act, and respect for the gifts of the Earth.
- School Mascot: Skipper And Flipper The Dolphin
- A Mercy education is like no other.
- Mercy High School is an independent Catholic school that empowers and educates young women. Mercy harnesses the all-girls school advantage within a small, diverse, inclusive, urban setting in San Francisco. We offer a four-year college preparatory program that includes Advanced Placement and Honors courses in English, mathematics, science, foreign language, and history.
- Mercy is dedicated to nurturing highly competent and deeply compassionate women.
- Our Special Programs: Women in Science and Healthcare, Women in Technology, Women in Performing Arts, and Women in the Arts provide a unique, focused curriculum where students can access guest lectures, internships, and 1:1 mentorship programs with Bay Area professionals.
- Mercy is a member of the Mercy Education System of the Americas (MESA), sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mercy High School, San Francisco cost?
Mercy High School, San Francisco's tuition is approximately $21,320 for private students.
What sports does Mercy High School, San Francisco offer?
Mercy High School, San Francisco offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Mercy High School, San Francisco?
The application deadline for Mercy High School, San Francisco is Dec. 9 / Jan. 6.
In what neighborhood is Mercy High School, San Francisco located?
Mercy High School, San Francisco is located in the Stonestown neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Stonestown.
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